[img_assist|nid=257|title=|desc=Greywater irrigated landscape|link=node|align=left|width=120|height=93]Greywater is water from your bathroom sinks, showers, tubs, and washing machines. It is not water that has come into contact with feces, either from the toilet or from washing diapers. Greywater may contain traces of dirt, food, grease, hair, and certain household cleaning products. While greywater may look “dirty,” it is a safe and even beneficial source of irrigation water in a yard. T...| Greywater Action
Choose a location for the gray water pit. It may attract bugs and other pests, so aim to keep it away from your main campsite. It’s also best to locate it near some trees and bushes so they can benefit from the extra water and help with filtering. (We were lazy and reused a hole that was dug for a perc test prior to buying the property. It has the advantage of already having passed a test for drainage.)| berriesandbarnacles.com
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Learn how to build a simple outdoor toilet. This eco-friendly and affordable composting toilet is perfect for anyone needing somewhere to go.| Berries & Barnacles
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This 275 ft. sq. tiny home overlooking the ocean, with a huge rain barrel watered garden has been lived in full-time for over 30 years.| Berries & Barnacles
Learn how to install rain barrels and why rainwater harvesting is important. Includes, the pros, and cons of different options.| Berries & Barnacles
Here's how to build a campsite on vacant, rural land. It's a good first step toward building a cabin or permanent dwelling!| Berries & Barnacles